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2023 Recall Year Insight

Federal agencies issued 6,706 product recalls indexed by PlainRecalls in calendar year 2023. That represents about 6.42% of the 104,423 total recalls we track from 1995 through the present, and averages roughly 18.4 recalls per day across the FDA, CPSC, USDA FSIS, and NHTSA combined. Year-level views are the cleanest way to see macro patterns: volume spikes often correlate with new regulatory priorities (e.g., infant-sleep products after 2021, lithium-ion batteries after 2022), supply-chain contamination events, or changes in agency enforcement intensity, while quiet years can reflect either genuine product-safety improvements or reduced agency staffing and reporting lag. With 135 pages at 50 recalls each, browsing this year end-to-end gives a statistically representative sample of what the federal recall pipeline looked like in 2023.

On this page of 50 records, severity classification shows 31 critical, 18 moderate, and 1 lower-severity recalls. The page references 25 distinct recalling firms operating in 9 distinct product categories, with 40 of 50 records disclosing affected-unit counts. Issuing-agency distribution on this slice leans toward FDA Food (25), FDA Devices (11), NHTSA (10), which matters because each agency's recall authority, hazard framing, and remedy mechanism differ, an FDA food recall, a CPSC consumer-product recall, and a NHTSA vehicle recall are legally distinct instruments even when the underlying hazard language sounds similar. Reviewing the dominant agency for a given year is one of the fastest ways to understand where federal attention was concentrated.

Year-indexed browsing serves three practical purposes: historical research (tracking how a hazard class evolved over time), consumer action (finding whether a product purchased in 2023 was later recalled), and journalistic or regulatory context (understanding what the enforcement landscape looked like in a given period). Every record on this page links to a full detail view with the hazard, remedy, distribution, and agency-assigned recall number, always use that recall number to verify current status directly with the issuing agency before acting on time-sensitive remedies, because agencies amend, terminate, and expand recalls in the months and years after initial publication. Data on this page reflects federal agency public filings; the agency's live record remains authoritative for legal, medical, or safety decisions. Verify with FDA openFDA, CPSC, USDA FSIS, or NHTSA for the system-of-record on any specific recall. PlainRecalls indexes this archive for research and consumer awareness purposes.

FDA Devices Moderate Aug 2, 2023

Argon Medical Devices, REF 352506070E, Option Elite Retrievable Vena Cava Filter, Suitable of Jugular or Femoral Delivery, STERILEO, RxOnly, CE 2797

Argon Medical Devices, Inc

FDA Devices Moderate Aug 2, 2023

Flexiva Pulse ID-intended to be used as a device that transmits Ho:YAG laser energy from cleared laser consoles to urological anatomy Single-pack UPN: M006L8406910

Boston Scientific Corporation

FDA Devices Moderate Aug 2, 2023

MEGA 7.5Fr.IAB , Intra-Aortic Balloon Catheter and Accessories, used to provide counter pulsation therapy in the aorta Product Description Part Number MEGA 7.5Fr. 40cc IAB WITH ACCESSORIES D684-00-0295-01 MEGA 7.5Fr. 40cc IAB WITH ACCESSORIES (APA) D684-00-0295-02 MEGA 7.5Fr. 40cc IAB WITH ACCESSORIES (W/O STATLO

Datascope Corp.

FDA Devices Critical Aug 2, 2023

HAMILTON C1 Ventilator REF 161001 1610010 Is intended to provide positive pressure ventilatory support to adults and pediatrics, and optionally infants and neonates

Hamilton Medical, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Aug 2, 2023

REINFORCED INTRODUCER SET, Intra-Aortic Balloon Catheter and Accessories, used to provide counter pulsation therapy in the aorta Product Description Part Number REINFORCED INTRODUCER SET FOR LINEAR 7.5Fr. & MEGA 7.5Fr. D684-00-0403-05 REINFORCED INTRODUCER SET FOR SENSATION 7Fr. D684-00-0403-06 REINFORCED INTRODUCER SET FOR SENSATION PLUS & MEGA 8Fr. D684-00-0403-10

Datascope Corp.

FDA Devices Moderate Aug 2, 2023

Ventralight ST 4.5" Circle with Echo PS- A low profile, bioresorbable, coated, permanent mesh, with a pre-attached removable positioning system, designed for the reconstruction of soft tissue deficiencies during laparoscopic ventral hernia repair. Catalog Number: 5955450

Davol, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Aug 2, 2023

MEGA 8Fr. IAB, Intra-Aortic Balloon Catheter and Accessories, used to provide counter pulsation therapy in the aorta Product Description Part Number MEGA 8Fr. 50cc IAB WITH STATLOCK D684-00-0296-01 MEGA 8Fr. 50cc IAB WITH STATLOCK & APA D684-00-0296-02 MEGA 8Fr. 50cc IAB WITH ACCESSORIES (W/O STATLOCK) D684-00-0296-03 MEGA 8Fr. 50cc IAB WITH ACCESSORIES (TURKEY) D684-00-0296-09 MEGA 8Fr. 50cc IAB W

Datascope Corp.

FDA Devices Moderate Aug 2, 2023

Ventralight ST 4" x 6" Ellipse with Echo PS Catalog Number: 5955460

Davol, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Aug 2, 2023

SENSATION PLUS 8Fr. IAB, Intra-Aortic Balloon Catheter and Accessories, used to provide counter pulsation therapy in the aorta Product Description Part Number SENSATION PLUS 8Fr. 50cc IAB WITH ACCESSORIES D684-00-0576-01 SENSATION PLUS 8Fr. 50cc IAB WITH ACCESSORIES (WITH PRESSURE D684-00-0576-03 SENSATION PLUS 8Fr. 50cc IAB WITH ACCESSORIES (WITH PRESSURE D684-00-0576-05 SENSATION PLUS 8Fr. 50cc

Datascope Corp.

FDA Devices Moderate Aug 2, 2023

Flexiva Pulse 242 ID Trac Single Use Fiber-intended to be used as a device that transmits Ho:YAG laser energy from cleared laser consoles to urological anatomy (Single-pack UPN): M006L8406960

Boston Scientific Corporation

FDA Devices Moderate Aug 2, 2023

Flexiva Pulse ID 242 TracTip single Use Fiber-intended to be used as a device that transmits Ho:YAG laser energy from cleared laser consoles to urological anatomy 5-pack UPN: M006L8406961

Boston Scientific Corporation

NHTSA No agency class Jul 31, 2023

KIA 2017-2022: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:INTERNAL:CLUTCHES/BANDS:ACTUATORS/SOLENOIDS

KIA

NHTSA No agency class Jul 31, 2023

KIA 2023-2024: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:FLUID/LUBRICANT:PUMP

KIA

CPSC No agency class Jul 27, 2023

GAF Energy Recalls Timberline Solar Energy Shingles Due to Fire Hazard (Recall Alert)

GAF Energy LLC, of San Jose, California

CPSC No agency class Jul 27, 2023

Soft Play Recalls Sky Wheels Due to Fall Hazard and Risk of Injury to Children (Recall Alert)

Soft Play LLC, of Huntersville, North Carolina

CPSC No agency class Jul 27, 2023

True Fitness Recalls Showrunner II Consoles Sold with Fitness Equipment Due to Fire Hazard

NHTSA No agency class Jul 27, 2023

PORSCHE 2024: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:LIGHTING CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE

PORSCHE

NHTSA No agency class Jul 27, 2023

HYUNDAI 2023-2024: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:FLUID/LUBRICANT:PUMP

HYUNDAI

NHTSA No agency class Jul 27, 2023

HONDA 2017-2022: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS

HONDA

NHTSA No agency class Jul 27, 2023

LUCID 2022-2023: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

LUCID

NHTSA No agency class Jul 27, 2023

LUCID 2022-2023: VISIBILITY/WIPER

LUCID

NHTSA No agency class Jul 27, 2023

LUCID 2022-2023: BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION

LUCID

NHTSA No agency class Jul 27, 2023

JAGUAR 2022: VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM

JAGUAR

NHTSA No agency class Jul 27, 2023

BUICK,CHEVROLET 2013: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

BUICK,CHEVROLET

USDA FSIS Critical Jul 27, 2023

Kingsland Food Processing Corp. Recalls Various Frozen Meat and Poultry Products Produced Without Benefit of Inspection

FDA Food Critical Jul 26, 2023

Cherries packaged under the following brands and sizes: 1. Great Value Dark Sweet Cherries, Pitted. Net Wt 16 oz (1 lb) 454g, UPC 0 78742-11209 1. Keep Frozen. Distributed by: Walmart Inc., Bentonville, AR 72716 2. Good & Gather Dark Sweet Whole Pitted Cherries. Net Wt 12 oz (340 g), UPC 0 85239-04816 0. Keep Frozen. Distributed By Target Corporation Minneapolis, MN 55403 3. Best Choice Superior Selections Pitted Red Tart Cherries, unsweetened. Net Wt 12 oz (340 g), UPC 0 70

SunOpta Grains and Foods Inc.

FDA Food Moderate Jul 26, 2023

Churritos Corn Flour sticks, shelf stable, 6 months shelf life, packed in a rectangular shape clear polypropylene bag with net wt.11 oz (311.845g.), UPC# 6-0972233599-7. Product labeled in part, "***BOTANAS MICHOACANS CHURRITOS CORN FLOUR STICKS***Best By:***Ingredients: Corn Flour, wheat flour (niacin, reduced iron, thiamine monoltrate, riboflavin, folic acid) water, salt, sesame seen, corn oil, canola oil. Contains WHEAT. BOTANAS MICHOACANAS PORTLAND, OR 97206***NET WT. 11oz (311.845g)***6-0

Botanas Michoacanas

FDA Food Critical Jul 26, 2023

Rose Street Patisserie Multi Grain Bread. Net Wt. 375 grams. 882 7th Street West, St. Paul, MN 55102

Rose Street Bread Lab

FDA Food Critical Jul 26, 2023

365 by Whole Foods Market Organic Asian Inspired Chopped Salad Kits 12 oz plastic bags 9 bags per case UPC: 9948246932 Item#: 9770522

Braga Fresh Foods

FDA Food Critical Jul 26, 2023

Good & Gather Organic cherries & berries fruit blend. Blueberries, dark sweet pitted cherries, tart pitted cherries & Strawberry slices. Net Wt 32 oz (2 lb) 907g, UPC 0 85239-04782 8. Keep Frozen. Distributed by Target Corporation Minneapolis, MN 55403

SunOpta Grains and Foods Inc.

FDA Food Critical Jul 26, 2023

Seasons Choice Mixed Fruit, Strawberries, Pinneapple, Peaches & Mango, Net Wt 32 oz (2lb) 907g. Dist & Sold Exclusively By: Aldi, Batavia, IL 60510.

SunOpta Grains and Foods Inc.

FDA Food Critical Jul 26, 2023

Good & Gather Mixed Fruit Blend Pineapple Chunks, Sliced Strawberries, Mango Chunks & Sliced Peaches. Net Wt 48 oz (3lb) 1.36kg. UPC 0 85239-04821 4. Keep Frozen. Dist. By Target Corp, Minneapolis, MN 55403

SunOpta Grains and Foods Inc.

FDA Food Critical Jul 26, 2023

365 Whole Foods Market Organic Blackberries. Net Wt 10 oz (284g), UPC 0 99482-40605 9. Keep Frozen. Distributed by: Whole Foods Market, Austin, TX 78703

SunOpta Grains and Foods Inc.

FDA Food Critical Jul 26, 2023

Good & Gather Triple Berry Blend. Blueberries, Blackberries, & Red Raspberries. Net Wt 48 oz (3lb) 1.36kg, UPC 0 85239-04806 1. Keep Frozen. Dist By Target Corp. Minneapolis, MN 55403

SunOpta Grains and Foods Inc.

FDA Food Critical Jul 26, 2023

Seasons Choice Tropical Blend, Pineapple, Mango, Strawberries & Papaya. Net Wt 32 oz (2lb) 907g. Dist & Sold Exclusively By: Aldi, Batavia, IL 60510.

SunOpta Grains and Foods Inc.

FDA Food Critical Jul 26, 2023

Great Value Mixed Fruit. Pineppple, Strawberries, Peaches and Mango. Net Wt 16 oz (1 lb) 454g, UPC 0 78742-02551 3. Keep Frozen. Distributed by: Walmart Inc., Bentonville, AR 72716

SunOpta Grains and Foods Inc.

FDA Food Critical Jul 26, 2023

Tostitos Avocado Salsa Jar Dip 15 oz, UPC 2840005597 packaged in a clear glass jar

Frito-Lay, Inc. Headquarters

FDA Food Moderate Jul 26, 2023

Fry Daddy's Jalapeno Party Mix 3.75oz and 12oz bags UPCs 860007991516 and 850047648013. 12 bags per wholesale case

Fry Daddy's Brand

FDA Food Critical Jul 26, 2023

Trader Joe s Organic Tropical Fruit Blend Pineapple, Banana, Strawberry, Mango, SKU #051191, packaged in pillow bags. Each case consists of 24 bags and each bag is 16 oz. UPC on retail bag: 00511919

Scenic Fruit Company, LLC

FDA Food Low Jul 26, 2023

Lipton Diet Green Tea Citrus, 24 pack of 16.9floz bottles. UPC # 0-12000-01722-3

Pepsico Inc

FDA Food Critical Jul 26, 2023

365 Whole Foods Market Organic Whole Strawberries. Net Wt 32 oz (2 lb) 907 g, UPC 0 99482-45713 6. Keep Frozen until ready to use. Distributed By: Whole Foods Market, Austin, TX 78703

SunOpta Grains and Foods Inc.

FDA Food Critical Jul 26, 2023

Trader Joe's Organic Tropical Fruit Blend, Pineapple, Bananas, Strawberries & Mango. Net Wt. 16 oz (1 lb) 454g. UPC Keep Frozen.

SunOpta Grains and Foods Inc.

FDA Food Moderate Jul 26, 2023

Fry Daddy's Gluten Free Super Ranch Jalapeno Party Mix 10oz bag UPC 860007669590. 12 bags per wholesale case

Fry Daddy's Brand

FDA Food Moderate Jul 26, 2023

Romaine lettuce packed in bulk 45 pound mini-bins

C&E Farms, Inc.

FDA Food Critical Jul 26, 2023

Cadia - Organic Pineapple Frozen Fruit, packaged in stand-up pouch, net wt. 10oz. Each case consists of 12 bags. Product of Mexico. UPC on Retail Bag: 815369014540 UPC on Case: 10815369014547 Cadia FS - Organic Frozen Pineapple Chunks, net wt. 5lbs. Each case consists of 4 bags. Product of Mexico. UPC on Retail Bag: 815369014595 UPC on Case: 10815369014592

Scenic Fruit Company, LLC

FDA Food Moderate Jul 26, 2023

Soft Cream Spread, Net Wt 16oz (1lb)

Central America Products Corporation

FDA Food Critical Jul 26, 2023

Good & Gather Blueberries. Net Wt 48 oz (3lb) 1.36kg UPC 0 85239-04813 9. Keep Frozen. Distributed by Target Corporation Minneapolis, MN 55403

SunOpta Grains and Foods Inc.

FDA Food Critical Jul 26, 2023

365 Whole Foods Market Organic Tropical Fruit Medley. Strawberries, Mangoes, Bannas & Pineapples. Net Wt 32 oz (2 lb) 907g. UPC 0 99482-45715 0. Keep Frozen. Distributed by: Whole Foods Market, Austin, TX 78703

SunOpta Grains and Foods Inc.

FDA Food Critical Jul 26, 2023

Private Selection 48oz Tropical Mango Chunks, frozen product, 8/48 oz bags per case. UPC 0 11110 84663 1. Distributed by The Kroger Co. Cincinnati, OH

Townsend Farms Inc

FDA Food Critical Jul 26, 2023

365 Whole Foods Market Organic Sliced Strawberries & Bananas. Net Wt 32 oz (2 lb) 907g, UPC 0 99482-51908 7, Keep Frozen until ready to use. Distributed By: Whole Foods Market, Austin, TX 78703

SunOpta Grains and Foods Inc.

Nearby Recall Years

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Data Sources

  • Source: FDA openFDA Enforcement API - calendar-year recall filings for food, drugs, and devices
  • Source: USDA FSIS Recalls - calendar-year meat, poultry, and processed egg product recall filings
  • Source: CPSC + NHTSA - consumer product and vehicle recall feeds for 2023

Every figure on PlainRecalls is rendered directly from official FDA, CPSC, USDA FSIS and NHTSA recall records; no number is typed in by an editor. Figures cover calendar year 2023 across the FDA, CPSC, USDA FSIS and NHTSA federal recall feeds. See our editorial standards & corrections policy, the methodology behind these numbers, or report a data error. Data current as of September 2026.